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Haida Raven Rattle

Northwest Coastal
Northwest Coastal

Cedar, paint
ca. Early 1900's


Raven Rattles were generally used by wealthy families in secular ceremonies. If used by the shaman, it served to proclaim his social rank to his people. The raven was revered and credited for teaching shamans and witches the secrets of their craft.

 

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Catalog#: HWMC